information compiled by Al Aiello The 1968 Falcons used the same basic body style that was used for the two previous years. There were only minor changes to the trim. A notable difference was the shape of the taillights that were square instead of the round style that had been used since the Falcon’s inception. […]
Read More →1961 Ford Falcon Production (USA)
1961 Ford Falcon Production by Al Aiello MODEL BODY CODE * SERIALCODE ** PRODUCTION UNITS 2-Door Sedan 64A 11 149,982 2-Door Futura Sedan 64 A 17 44,470 2-Door Sedan (Economy) 64C 11 50 4-Door Sedan 58A 12 159,761 2-Door Wagon 59A 21 32,045 4-Door Wagon 71A 22 87,933 Ranchero 66A 27 20,937 Sedan Delivery 78A […]
Read More →1960 Ford Falcon Production Figures (USA)
Information compiled by Al Aiello 1960 FORD FALCON PRODUCTION FIGURES (USA) MODEL MODEL NO. PRODUCTION UNITS 2-Door Sedan 64A 193,470 4-Door Sedan 58A 167,896 2-Door Wagon 59A 27,552 4-Door Wagon 71A 46,758 Ranchero 66A 21,027 Note: The above figures have been cross-checked from various sources for accuracy. However, any person considering the purchase of a […]
Read More →Al’s 1965 Ford Falcon Sprint Hardtop
1965 FORD FALCON SPRINT by Al Aiello, May-2014 I’ve owned my 1965 Ford Falcon Sprint for approximately 25 years. During that time, all of my children have been passengers in car seats, or adults as drivers. The car definitely has a “family” history and has a special space in the garage. I must […]
Read More →The Bird Rescue Center
The Bird Rescue Center by Al Aiello, 5/14 One of the benefits of membership in the Sonoma County Falcons Chapter, is being part of a club that contributes to worthwhile causes. That is what the Chapter did on May 10, 2014. On that Saturday, chapter members toured the Bird Rescue Center in Santa Rosa and […]
Read More →2013 FCA Pacific Regional
2013 FCA PACIFIC REGIONAL Written by Al Aiello, FCA Pacific Regional Director Photos by Bob Knapik The River City and Sonoma County Falcons for Fun Chapters wish to thank all who attended and/or supported this year’s Pacific Regional. This year’s event was held at the Sacramento Marriott Hotel in Rancho Cordova, California. It was a […]
Read More →The “Lost” Falcons
THE SONOMA COUNTY FALCONS FOR FUN!!! CHAPTER OF THE FALCON CLUB OF AMERICA The “Lost” Falcons by Al Aiello Somebody recently referred to the 1966-1970 Falcons as the “Lost Falcons”. This reference reminds me of a portion of the Northcoast of California referred to as the “Lost Coast”. The Lost Coast of California is […]
Read More →The Falcon’s Sister–The Mercury Comet
The Falcon’s Sister–The Mercury Comet by Al Aiello revised 6/2014 I must admit that I have gained some respect for the sister (others refer to her as a cousin) of the Falcon. I’m talking about the COMET. Some of us may think of the Comet as a dowdy grocery getter, but the Comet was quite […]
Read More →Bob vs. Lee
Bob vs. Lee by Al Aiello (Revised May, 2014) Robert McNamara played a major role in the development of the early Ford Falcons. He was promoted to the Ford Motor Company President position on November 10, 1960. At the same time this change took place, John Kennedy was elected as the new President of the […]
Read More →The Falcon’s Sister-The Mercury Comet
THE SONOMA COUNTY FALCONS FOR FUN!!! The Falcon’s Sister–The Mercury Comet by Al Aiello updated 6/2014 I must admit that I have gained some respect for the sister (others refer to her as a cousin) of the Falcon. Im talking about the COMET. I dont know that much about her, but she hasnt been given […]
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